If you like being harrangued while working - Investigator On Point Investigations Employee Review

I worked for Chris for about 2 years and really enjoyed the work. If you've been a reporter (who he mainly hires) this is a chance to get the high of breaking a big story without the newsroom. I found the cases themselves interesting and actually learned a lot about how different companies operate based on all my interviews.

Not everyone will have the skillset to get these interviews. Occasionally, you'll get a bad case that seems impossible to crack. He puts the pressure on to deliver memos and sometimes, no amount of effort can get the needed results. Although this is a part time job, you will get calls and should expect to be available throughout most of the day.

Better hourly pay than journalism jobs Remote work

Many calls involve hostile or inappropriate behavior from contacts some cases are extremely difficult to make progress on and you will be blamed for this Minimal guidance or support from management. Investigators are expected to handle all research, report analysis, and case strategy independently. Cases are often “offloaded” from other investigators after little progress to others without any context from management, and investigators may be criticized for outcomes outside their control. Some investigators are not transparent with interviewees that the information they’re collecting is for a lawsuit. This is frustrating because these investigators have more success getting interviews because they are not transparent. Chris does not seem to notice this and will compare your output (as an ethical and transparent investigator) to theirs. Compensation ($50–$75/hr) does not reflect the workload or difficulty. You’re basically on call, Chris has no real research or investigative skill other than to keep calling people so it’s all on you to research and interview and come up with creative ways to find new witnesses. No reimbursement for phone services (you must use your own cell phone